From Luxor: Half-Day West Bank Guided Tour including Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple with Lunch
From Luxor: Half-Day West Bank Guided Tour including Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple with Lunch
Duration: 4 hours
4 hours
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Expert local tour guide
Expert local tour guide
Convenient pick-up at your location
Convenient pick-up at your location
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Get your booking confirmed instantly
Explore the Valley of the Kings in a private or shared guided tour, where royal tombs and vivid wall paintings have survived for over 3,000 years.
Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, an impressive cliffside monument honoring Egypt’s most famous female pharaoh.
Take a moment at the Colossi of Memnon, two monumental statues standing for more than 3,400 years.
Learn about ancient Egyptian history and burial customs from your expert Egyptologist guide, who leads with engaging commentary.
Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle, with convenient pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, bottled water included.
Shared or private guided tour (based on option selected)
Round-trip hotel transfers (East & West Bank)
Multilingual Egyptologist guide (French, English, Spanish, Italian, German)
Local Egyptian lunch
Entry to the Valley of the Kings (based on option selected)
Entry to Hatshepsut Temple (based on option selected)
Stop at Colossi of Memnon
Tips
Any personal expenses or activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Pickup from hotels outside Luxor (available at extra cost, if needed)
Valley of the Kings temple entrance with ancient hieroglyphics, Luxor, Egypt.
Explore Luxor’s ancient wonders on a half-day shared or private guided group tour to the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple, hotel pickup included.
Getting started
Begin your journey with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Luxor. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle to meet your professional Egyptologist guide, who will introduce the day’s highlights and answer any questions you may have.
What to expect
Valley of the Kings
This UNESCO World Heritage site served as the burial ground for Egypt’s New Kingdom pharaohs over 3,000 years ago. The valley is renowned for its richly decorated tombs and the legendary resting place of Tutankhamun.
Features
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Royal tombs: Visit three royal tombs, each adorned with detailed wall paintings and hieroglyphs that reveal ancient beliefs about the afterlife.
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Pharaoh’s legacy: Learn about the burial rituals and the significance of the Valley as the final resting place for rulers like Ramses II and Tutankhamun (optional entry, extra cost).
Temple of Hatshepsut
Carved into the cliffs at Deir el-Bahari, this mortuary temple honors Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt’s few female pharaohs. The structure is celebrated for its innovative design and historical importance.
Features
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Terraced architecture: Admire the temple’s three-tiered terraces and colonnades, a striking example of ancient Egyptian engineering.
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Queen’s story: Hear the remarkable story of Hatshepsut’s reign and her impact on Egyptian history, as told by your expert guide.
Colossi of Memnon
Pause for photos at these two colossal statues, which have stood guard for over 3,400 years at the entrance to the lost temple of Amenhotep III.
Features
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Iconic statues: Each statue stands 18 meters tall, offering a glimpse into the scale and artistry of ancient Thebes.
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Historical landmark: The Colossi are among Luxor’s most recognizable monuments, famed for their endurance and mysterious “singing” at dawn in antiquity.
Tomb interior with ancient Egyptian wall paintings in the Valley of the Kings.
Tourist walking towards Hatshepsut Temple in Valley of the Kings, Egypt.
Valley of the Kings temple entrance with ancient hieroglyphics, Luxor, Egypt.
Tomb interior with ancient Egyptian wall paintings in the Valley of the Kings.
Tourist walking towards Hatshepsut Temple in Valley of the Kings, Egypt.
Corridor with hieroglyphs in the tomb of Ramesses IV, Valley of the Kings, Luxor, Egypt.
What to bring
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Bring comfortable walking shoes, as there will be significant walking on uneven surfaces.
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Bring sun protection such as a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
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Carry a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at pickup or entry.
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Bring cash or a credit card to pay for any personal expenses.
What’s not allowed
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Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed during the tour.
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Pets are not permitted on this experience.
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Alcohol and drugs are strictly prohibited during the tour.
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Food and drinks (other than bottled water) are not allowed in the vehicle.
Accessibility
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
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An optional visit to Tutankhamun’s tomb is available at an extra cost, payable on site.
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Pickup and drop-off are included only for hotels within Luxor (West or East Bank); pickup from hotels outside Luxor is available at an additional charge.
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Gratuities (tips) and any personal expenses are not included in the tour price.
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The tour operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
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Bottled water is provided during the tour.
Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs and deities on tomb walls in the Valley of the Kings, Luxor, Egypt.
White stone sarcophagus in the Valley of the Kings tomb, Luxor, Egypt, with hieroglyphs.
Corridor with hieroglyphs in the tomb of Ramesses IV, Valley of the Kings, Luxor, Egypt.
Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs and deities on tomb walls in the Valley of the Kings, Luxor, Egypt.
White stone sarcophagus in the Valley of the Kings tomb, Luxor, Egypt, with hieroglyphs.
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